 Today, Friday, February 26th, 2021, the Ministry of Health and Wellness received confirmation of 207 new cases of COVID-19 from the Azure Long Laboratory. These results are from a batch of 804 samples taken during the period of February 8th to February 22nd, 2021. The Azure Long Laboratory has finalized the processes to increase the testing capacity and will be completely clearing the backlog over the next two days, hence the big testing sample numbers being processed. All of these individuals were seen at various community respiratory clinics where they were assessed and tested for COVID-19. In keeping with the national COVID-19 testing protocol, health practitioners placed each of these individuals in home quarantine while awaiting the return of their test results. Cases have since been made for the placement of those individuals into isolation. The contact tracing for these new cases is underway. The new cases bring the total number of cases diagnosed in country to date to 3,356. The Ministry of Health also received confirmation of the recovery of 33 individuals, bringing the total number of active cases in country to date to 404. Presently, two of the active cases are requiring critical care at the respiratory hospital. Today, the Ministry of Health also reports one COVID-19 related death bringing the total number of deaths in country to date to 3,356. Death number 3,356 is an 80-year-old male from the Castries District with underlying medical conditions. He passed away while in care. The Ministry of Health extends condolences to the family and loved ones of this individual. As explained earlier, over the next couple of days, the Azure Long Lab will be clearing the remaining backlog of COVID-19 tests. As such, a large number of samples will be processed and the results released. It is expected that the Azure Long Laboratory will resume its normal testing of COVID-19 with the 24-hour turnaround time on Monday, March 1, 2021. Let us continue practicing the infection prevention and control measures to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Wash your hands during the day using soap and flowing water, wear a mask in public places and ensure it covers the mouth, chin and nose. Maintain a physical distance from others. Use a bleach solution to sanitize frequently touched surfaces and frequently handled objects. Avoid contact with other people who have flu-like symptoms. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, keep away from others and seek medical care. The Ministry of Health and Wellness will continue providing updates to the public as new information becomes available.